CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WITHIN CYBERCOR

Abstract

One of the main development challenges facing the Republic of Moldova is its vulnerability to state security threats and risks. In the context of the objectives for developing the digital economy and digitalizing public services, measures to counter cyber threats and risks become imperative. Law No. 48/2023 on cyber security stipulates the implementation of requirements, measures, and mechanisms to ensure a sufficiently high level of security for networks and information systems in the Republic of Moldova, capable of guaranteeing the protection of the vital interests of individuals and legal entities, society, and the state, as well as the national interests of the Republic of Moldova. In this regard, the human resources' preparation level plays a primary role and is a priority. Developing cybersecurity skills among staff is an indispensable part of the process of ensuring the cybersecurity of systems and information resources. The creation of the National Institute for Cybersecurity Innovation CYBERCOR aims ultimately to ensure the necessary level of cybersecurity competencies among personnel, strengthening the security of networks and information systems. The appropriate professional development of public authority staff at any level and employees of other legal entities, public or private, will enable the prevention and counteraction of cyber threats and risks.